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Savana Rast

Bountiful,UTAH

Summary

Background in Biomedical Engineering and BS degree in Material Science and Engineering. Have worked on multiple research projects and an industry internship. Interested in sustainability in terms of materials and energy resources.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Intern

Universal Engineering Sciences, Inc
05.2023 - Current
  • Preformed laboratory testing such as sample preparation, compressive strength testing, sieve analysis, Atterberg limit calculations, and compaction testing using modified proctor.
  • Used results to analyze structural integrity of soils for commercial construction sites.

Metallurgical Research Assistant

University Of Utah
12.2022 - Current
  • Set up lab area with new equipment and chemicals. Plan and design experiments under Dr. Xinbo Yang to separate precious metals from coal mine waste.
  • Wrote experimental operating procedures for precipitation tests and leeching experiments.

Phlebotomist

Biomat USA
07.2021 - 10.2022
  • Analyzed plasma donor's vital signs, became proficient in phlebotomy techniques, and dealt with donor adverse reactions.
  • Calibrated, maintained and tested sterility of procedural equipment.

Undergraduate Student Researcher

University Of Utah
05.2020 - 06.2021
  • Used imaging analysis and mathematical modeling to determine integration of fluorapatite material into bone defects in rats.
  • Participated in writing grant proposals.

Volunteer Research Assistant

University Of Utah
02.2019 - 03.2020
  • Histologically processed and analyzed nerve tissue to evaluate nerve conduit device efficacy.
  • Recorded data and maintained source documentation.
  • Preformed digital imaging of over 100 slides for evaluation.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Material Science And Engineering

University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT
05.2024

Skills

  • Research
  • Histology
  • Experimental Design and Set Up
  • Data Analysis
  • Software Knowledge: Seg3D, Mimix, Matlab
  • Interpersonal and Social Skills
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Multitasking and Organization

Certification

  • OSHA 10 Certification - 18 May 2023
  • Working with the IACUC Training - 29 Sep. 2020 to 29 Sep. 2023
  • Working with Rats in Research Training - 29 Sep. 2020 to 29 Sep. 2023
  • Post-Procedural Care of Rodents Training - 29 Sep. 2020 to 29 Sep. 2023

Timeline

Intern

Universal Engineering Sciences, Inc
05.2023 - Current

Metallurgical Research Assistant

University Of Utah
12.2022 - Current

Phlebotomist

Biomat USA
07.2021 - 10.2022

Undergraduate Student Researcher

University Of Utah
05.2020 - 06.2021

Volunteer Research Assistant

University Of Utah
02.2019 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Science - Material Science And Engineering

University of Utah
Savana Rast